Monday, September 26, 2011

Famous Faces. . .

Fanny Ardant

of women in their 60s and 70s.

Diane Keaton

Diane von Furstenberg

Barbra Streisand

Dame Helen Mirren

Catherine Deneuve

Diane Sawyer

Meryl Streep

Perhaps one day, if I can breakthrough my shyness, I'll photograph beautiful women on the street. When I've tried in the past, most refuse. I don't understand why. For all of us, I'm sure, we would rather see them than the very familiar faces pictured here.

Dame Judi Danch

Jane Fonda

Carolina Herrera

It appears to me all but one has had work done, but, again in my opinion, it's all well done with the exception of one. (Probably there has been some post photo touch-up work performed in some cases as well.) When I set out to write this blog almost three years ago, I decided I would never talk about politics, religion and only a little bit about sex, my fourth tenant was to avoid unpleasant barbs, which is what I am doing right-this-minute -- avoiding them. I do feel as if I must point out one detail however, notice the necks. . .

It's true, I break rule number four for clothes and shoes, but not for people or animals.

Yes, most have had work done, but can we blame them? They are lovely looking ladies, all of them, talented, creative, and they excel at what they do. I am so thrilled that you started with the gorgeous and classy Fanny Ardant. When I think of a Parisienne woman, I think of her. Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

It occurs to me that, despite the fact that these women are in their 60s and 70s, any healthy young man would be enchanted to find himself next to one of them at dinner -- especially next to Fanny Ardant, who just smoulders.

So much to admire about all of them. Personally, I think people in the public eye should take advantage of whatever cosmetic procedures which makes them happy. I know my neck was the very 1st thing I noticed as I aged. Sitting in the hairdresser's chair with one of those plastic capes velcroed around my neck almost sent me over the edge when I looked in the mirror. Fortunately, I'm not in the public eye and managed to walk upright upon departure from the salon. But. I will admit to having a procedure and I'm happy I did. Didn't you say it's all in the details? :)'s

OK - right post I see. I think they've all had work done, some more than others. I absolutely think they've all had face and neck lifts for sure, and then some of them fillers, etc. I think there is only one that seems quite botched. I'm curious if it's the same woman you think it is??? I'm not judgmental at all about plastic surgery.If you want it fine, if you want to age naturally, fine too. We're all different.

Thank you for posting photos these lovely women. I am reminded of a joke back when Jane Fonda was the exercise goddess in her 40's: If you didn't look like Jane Fonda when you were 20, you won't look like Jane Fonda when you're 40. I'll add: or 60, or 70! Love your blog.

I admire anyone who takes pride in their appearance, and I think some of these ladies have had better work done than others. I wish it was something we shared more openly though, then we would know what works and what doesn't, the neck is a real problem I think, but actually twinkly wrinkly eyes are still attractive. Re being in the public eye, I wonder if that doesn't make it more difficult to have work done - everyone is going to notice good or bad work, likewise the same people will comment if these celebs are looking their age! Great post though and something to think about! Joanne

Jane Fonda has been doing "work" on her face and body for years and years ! and Carolina Herrera definitely .. I adore Helen Mirren, she is exactly what she is , a beautiful woman .. not trying to be a beautiful girl any longer, just a beautiful woman.I think Diane Keaton looks fantastic also .. It saddens me to see a couple of them, a bit overweight, a bit too much make-up .. but my favorites are the ones who smile big and show off every damn wrinkle they have earned over the years ! :)besitos, C ( who is counting more wrinkles every day ! )